Entry HVAC Technician

Technician – Power, HVAC, Diesel, Pumps | Full-Time

Join a leading equipment rental and service team as a Technician, where you’ll work hands‑on with Power, HVAC, Compressor, and Pump equipment. You’ll handle loading/unloading, basic preventive maintenance, and minor repairs to keep equipment running safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime. This role is ideal for someone with mechanical aptitude and experience working with generators, diesel‑driven pumps, HVAC units, compressors, and power distribution systems.

• Safely load and unload equipment, ensuring proper handling and setup.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance (PMs) and minor repairs on Power/HVAC/Compressor/Pump equipment.
• Inspect equipment to prevent downtime and ensure safe, reliable operation.
• Troubleshoot and maintain generators, power distribution units, A/C units, heaters, HVAC systems, diesel pumps, and related accessories.
• Support equipment readiness for customer use, rentals, and field deployment.

• 1–3 years of experience repairing or maintaining Power, HVAC, Compressor, or Pump equipment.
• Working knowledge of generators, power distribution, A/C units, heaters, HVAC systems, and diesel‑driven pumps.
• Understanding of diesel engines, electrical systems, electronics, and hydraulics.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to learn operational processes and systems quickly.

• EPA Universal Certification (highly preferred).
• Proven troubleshooting and preventive maintenance skills.
• Hands‑on experience with generators, hydraulics, compressors, and electrical components.

• Be part of a company known for top‑tier equipment, exceptional service, and industry expertise.
• Competitive benefits, including a strong package and extensive on‑the‑job training.
• A culture that values your skills, invests in your growth, and supports long‑term career development.

• Physical activity required: bending, squatting, crouching, reaching, and lifting 25+ lbs.
• Work performed indoors and outdoors, depending on equipment needs.
• Initial work

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newport News, VA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/hr.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Newport News, VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 5, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short‑term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long‑term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges.

Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people‑are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.